Duracell vs Energizer:Which is more popular?
In September 2026, Energizer had more branded searches than Duracell among AAA rechargeable batteries brands in New Zealand. Energizer had about 960 branded searches, while Duracell had 430. Energizer made up 66.7% of all AAA rechargeable batteries brand searches we track, and Duracell accounted for 29.9%. When we asked ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about AAA rechargeable batteries brands, Energizer appeared in four of the five answers and Duracell in none.
Who do people search for more?
Energizer, about 2 searches for every 1 for Duracell
Who does AI mention more?
Energizer, mentioned in 4 of 5 answers, Duracell in 0
Who does AI recommend more?
Energizer, the only one of the two named
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Top AAA rechargeable batteries brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Energizer was mentioned in four out of five: in two of the three ChatGPT answers and in both Google AI Overviews. Duracell did not appear in any of the five answers.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
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5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which AAA rechargeable batteries brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best AAA rechargeable batteries brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best AAA rechargeable batteries brand in New Zealand for everyday devices?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“aaa rechargeable batteries”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“aa and aaa batteries”
Not named in any answer:
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 20, 2026.
Is Duracell or Energizer more popular in search?
This chart shows how often people search Google for Duracell and Energizer by name. Each line represents a brand's share of searches for all three AAA rechargeable batteries brands we track, month by month, from searches in New Zealand.
Share of searches by month for Energizer, Duracell. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Energizer | Duracell | Panasonic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 60.9% | 37.4% | 1.7% |
| Nov 2025 | 59.3% | 39.8% | 0.93% |
| Dec 2025 | 64.1% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Jan 2026 | 43.2% | 55.7% | 1.1% |
| Feb 2026 | 62.6% | 36.3% | 1.1% |
| Mar 2026 | 54.4% | 44.6% | 0.98% |
| Apr 2026 | 67.8% | 30.8% | 1.4% |
| May 2026 | 68.7% | 29.9% | 1.4% |
| Jun 2026 | 66.9% | 31.4% | 1.8% |
| Jul 2026 | 75.7% | 22.3% | 1.9% |
| Aug 2026 | 81.7% | 17.5% | 0.81% |
| Sep 2026 | 66.7% | 29.9% | 3.5% |
How has the Duracell and Energizer comparison changed over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- The lead changed hands 2 times in the 12 months ending September 2026: Duracell took it in January 2026, Energizer took it in February 2026.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Duracell’s share of searches among AAA rechargeable batteries brands in New Zealand moved from 37.4% to 29.9%, and its estimated monthly branded searches held steady at 430.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Energizer’s share of searches among AAA rechargeable batteries brands in New Zealand moved from 60.9% to 66.7%, and its estimated monthly branded searches moved from 700 to 960.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand AAA rechargeable batteries brands in September 2026?
2 changes

In September 2026, Duracell gained share of searches among AAA rechargeable batteries brands in New Zealand, from 17.5% to 29.9%.

In September 2026, Energizer lost share of searches among AAA rechargeable batteries brands in New Zealand, from 81.7% to 66.7%.
How are branded searches counted?
6 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Duracell’s and Energizer’s names. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for these branded terms can be used to understand whether interest in the brands is growing, holding steady, or fading.
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